The very title of this banana dessert conjures up memories for me. My parents, Dick and Barbara, regularly prepared it—without the chile—in the late 1950s. As kids, my brother Rick and I were entranced with the idea of setting food on fire! Sometimes if they were out of rum, Dick would substitute brandy or even blended whiskey. The bananas were …

Some of Southeast Asia’s most exotic spices are the stars of this Indonesian dish. Ginger, coriander, cardamom, and and cloves give this a distinctly rich taste. If you enjoy this recipe, try it next time using lamb. Recipe from 1,001 Best Hot and Spicy Recipes. His Majesty’s Chicken (Korma Ayam) Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this recipe! Print Recipe …

The Jamaican jerk cooks use a technique of cooking best described as “smoke-grilling.” it combines the direct heat of grilling with smoke produced by fresh pimento leaves and branches. While grilling, the meat is often covered with a piece of corrugated aluminum to keep the heat and smoke contained. This method can be approximated by using a weber-type barbecue with …

This recipe was favorite of King Rama V, who reigned in Thailand from 1869-1910. It is tasty, rich, and very spicy and should be served with hot, cooked rice or cooked Thai noodles. Recipe from 1,001 Best Hot and Spicy Recipes. Royal Thai Beef Curry Votes: 1 Rating: 5 You: Rate this recipe! Print Recipe from 1,001 Best Hot and …

Swordfish, along with tuna, salmon, and Mahi Mahi, are ideal for the grill. The high oil content will keep the steaks moist during cooking. Have your fishmonger cut the steaks about 1/2-inch thick and then remove the bloodline from the center of the steak, giving you two pieces from each steak. Serve these tasty steaks with grilled asparagus, rice pilaf and lemon wedges.